Over the past decade we've developed the proprietary tools, global relationships, and experience, to provide tremendous value to clean economy businesses. We are committed to serving our clients in the following ways:
We are relentless in helping our clients achieve their objectives. Our success is your success.
Our team is dedicated to maximizing and sustaining exceptional ROI for our clients.
We save you months of time, effort and learning-curve hardship, by applying our proprietary and proven methods to your business.
Our versatile team saves you thousands, compared to the cost of traditional investment banks, executives, and grant writing firms.
Choosing a growth partner is an important decision for any business. At ClimateDoor, we believe that our dedication to our clients, combined with our expertise, experience and commitment to the planet, sets us apart from other firms.
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With an extensive background in government relations and international trade, Chad Rickaby has traversed the globe championing sustainable business growth. His endeavors, marked by strategic collaborations with governments, Indigenous communities, investors, and climate financing entities, have empowered businesses to not only secure millions in funding but also to realize expansive visions.
Chad's work with a myriad of entities, from federal funders and the United Nations to international governments and global MNCs, has honed his expertise. His deep-rooted understanding of political science, public policy, and international markets positions him as a linchpin in the sphere of sustainable development.
His academic journey, headlined by a Masters in Public Policy and Global Affairs from the University of British Columbia, is enriched by a diverse set of certifications such as Working Effectively with Indigenous Peoples® and Gender-Based Analysis+ among others. Chad’s strengths span across Government Relations, Blended Finance Structuring, Grant Writing, Strategic Planning, and Project Management.
As a pivotal force within ClimateDoor, Chad is driven by a vision that integrates collaboration and connection. He believes in harnessing these elements as essential instruments to navigate the complex tapestry of business challenges and global issues.
Outside of his professional commitments, Chad's innate curiosity propels him on global explorations. He treasures moments hiking with Jaxon, his faithful canine companion, and immersing in the scenic beauty of British Columbia with his wife, Zameena.
Yet, amidst these diverse experiences, some of his most cherished memories trace back to mini hockey games and countless sleepovers with lifelong friend and ClimateDoor's co-founder, Nick Findler, in the very basement of Chad's mother's Port Moody home, where she continues to reside today.
Chad brings a rich background in funding initiatives and extensive relations with various government bodies. He is also highly experienced with international trade and environmentally sustainable development, and enjoys productive relationships with several multi-national development banks.
A beacon in the realm of sustainable entrepreneurship, Nick Findler has consistently championed a vision for a cleaner, brighter future. As the driving force behind ClimateDoor, a pioneering global Growth-as-a-Service firm, Nick's commitment to the green movement is evident in every venture, strategy, and initiative. Under his guidance, ClimateDoor has flourished, with his adeptness in green finance enabling the securement of over $100M for transformative global ventures.
Nick's entrepreneurial canvas is vast and varied. From the inception of Stardust Solar to strategic roles at Forrest Innovations and other ventures, his footprint in the sustainability sector is profound. Each of these endeavors has been marked by a shared goal: accelerating the world's transition to clean energy.
His passion extends beyond traditional sustainability paradigms. Nick's deep-seated interest in Artificial Intelligence has culminated in the integration of AI agents within ClimateDoor, redefining operational efficiency and innovation. These AI-driven teammates, backed by cutting-edge algorithms, represent the very ethos of Nick’s forward-thinking approach.
But at the core of all his pursuits is an unyielding passion for clean energy. As he navigates the complexities of sustainable business growth, Nick remains steadfast in his mission to illuminate the path to a greener future for all.
It's worth noting that Nick's journey hasn't been a solo one. A cornerstone of his entrepreneurial story is his deep-rooted friendship with Chad Rickaby, co-founder of ClimateDoor. From countless mini hockey games in Chad's mother's Port Moody basement at the ages of 9 and 10 to co-founding and scaling transformative ventures, their bond has been the bedrock upon which many of their shared successes are built. The synergy between the two, stemming from years of camaraderie, is a testament to the power of enduring relationships in the world of business.
Nick is a seasoned and results-driven entrepreneur and executive, renowned for his expertise in capital raising, deal structuring, IPOs, and investment banking initiatives. With an impressive 10+ year track record as a venture builder and deal maker, he has consistently helped propel businesses to new heights.
Jamie Moran is a marketing leader with over a decade of experience driving growth for startups and SaaS products in highly competitive industries, including neuroscience, VR, and cleantech. Known for his data-driven approach, Jamie has built and led marketing teams from the ground up, consistently delivering impactful go-to-market strategies that fuel business success.
Currently, Jamie serves as the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at ClimateDoor, where he leads marketing efforts for a cutting-edge platform focused on climate and investment solutions. He is also the Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) at Foresight Cleantech Accelerator, where he helps early-stage cleantech founders commercialize their innovations and navigate the path to sustainable market adoption.
Previously, Jamie was a founding member and Head of Marketing at NeuroTrainer, a $20M VC-backed Silicon Valley neuroscience startup. There, he launched the first marketing function and crafted a go-to-market strategy that attracted over 36,000 users across sports, education, government, and consumer markets.
Jamie is also an exited founder, having successfully built and sold Cleanramp, a cleantech startup that delivered innovative solutions to the industry.
His career highlights include:
With a passion for innovation, data-driven insights, and building high-performing teams, Jamie is always exploring new technologies and market trends to drive growth. He welcomes the opportunity to connect with others passionate about cleantech and business growth. Reach out to Jamie to start a conversation!
Jamie Moran is a marketing leader with over a decade of experience driving growth for startups and SaaS products in highly competitive industries, including neuroscience, VR, and cleantech. Known for his data-driven approach, Jamie has built and led marketing teams from the ground up, consistently delivering impactful go-to-market strategies that fuel business success.
Ingrid Polini is the Chief Operations Officer at ClimateDoor, bringing a global perspective and deep expertise in scaling early-stage ventures. A seasoned operator, Ingrid is the founder of SafetyDocs, a B2B SaaS company, and formerly a venture capitalist.
Fluent in operational rigor and strategic growth, Ingrid leads ClimateDoor’s internal operations, platform development, and venture support systems. She plays a critical role in guiding portfolio companies through commercialization, helping founders secure capital, partners, and grants to accelerate impact.
Ingrid also hosts a podcast focused on founder journeys and is passionate about building equitable ecosystems that empower diverse entrepreneurs to lead the climate transition.
Sam Kullar is the Director of Portfolio Growth at ClimateDoor, where he supports early-stage climate ventures through critical phases of scaling, funding, and partnership development.
As the founder of ClimCanada, a national nonprofit for climate founders, Sam built one of Canada’s most trusted ecosystems for mission-driven innovators. Now at ClimateDoor, he leads hands-on growth strategy for portfolio companies—connecting them with the right investors, collaborators, and customers to unlock traction.
With deep roots in community building and founder support, Sam brings a unique blend of empathy, strategy, and execution to help climate entrepreneurs thrive.
Jae Mather brings over 25 years of experience as a driving force behind the cleantech and environmental agenda across Europe, the UK, and Canada. As Chief Innovation Officer at ClimateDoor, he leads transformative projects, including serving as senior consultant for the LCBA EU Phase 2 project.
Previously, Jae was the Executive Director of the Clean Energy Association of British Columbia, where he facilitated reconciliation initiatives with 15 First Nations in BC through renewable energy projects. He also authored the 2023 EU Study on regulatory incentives for low-carbon and circular economy solutions in Canada and spearheaded the first EU Critical Resource Materials (CRM) mission to Canada in 2024.
Jae’s leadership extends back to 2005 when he led the first EU-funded environmental technology support program (Interreg 3) in the UK. He is also the CEO & Co-founder of the Carbon Free Group, a sustainability incubator responsible for pioneering projects such as the UK’s first passive house, the first zero-carbon building, and the Rural Transition Alliance Programme, which aids developers in meeting Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) targets and supports farmers in transitioning to Net Zero.
Jae’s academic and professional qualifications include:
With deep expertise in policy and sustainability, Jae has shaped both government and private sector initiatives globally, continuing to drive innovation and environmental progress.
Jae Mather is the Chief Innovation Officer (CIO) and senior consultant for the LCBA EU Phase 2 project at ClimateDoor. He has more than 25 years experience being instrumental in shaping the cleantech and environmental agenda across Europe, the UK and Canada.
Shannon is a dynamic leader with over 25 years of experience in commercializing innovations across cleantech, sustainability, environmental health, biomedical research, toxicology, ecological impact, and risk assessment. She has successfully led regional, national, and international multidisciplinary teams to develop strategic plans for solving complex environmental challenges.
As an Executive in Residence at Foresight Cleantech Accelerator, Shannon continues to play a pivotal role in fostering climate and environmental innovation. She previously led the Climate Venture Studio (CVS) at UBC, where her leadership contributed to CVS winning the BC Cleantech Award in 2022. Shannon also spearheaded CVS's economic reconciliation efforts, advancing climate solutions in remote Indigenous communities to foster clean water, food security, renewable energy independence, and land sovereignty.
Her past leadership roles include being the Global Director of Innovation at Hemmera and Ausenco, where she launched a global corporate innovation program for over 2,000 staff, facilitating industrial-academic-government R&D collaborations. Shannon also oversaw a board-directed innovation incubator focused on reducing the environmental footprint of industrial activities through cleantech applications.
Known for her ability to translate complex environmental issues into accessible language, Shannon is a sought-after speaker and media figure, having delivered over 200 invited presentations worldwide. She is fluent in both English and French.
Shannon is the founding director of Coastal Scene Investigation, supporting stakeholder engagement in solving interdisciplinary environmental health issues, conducting marine ecotoxicology research, and leading conservation programs. Her career achievements have earned her numerous accolades, including the Foresight Community Advocate Award (2023), Clean50 Angel Award (2024), WODI LESG Leadership Award (2024), and the national YTV Environment Award.
Previously, Shannon was a professor of Environmental Science at Dalhousie University and the Director of the Marine Ecotoxicology Lab, where she co-won the Senate Environmental Award.
Shannon is a dynamic leader with over 25 years of experience in commercializing innovations, cleantech,sustainability, environmental health, biomedical research,toxicology, ecological impact and risk assessment. She hasled numerous regional, national and internationalmultidisciplinary technical teams to develop strategic plansto tackle complex interdisciplinary environmental problems.
Ailton Schoemberger is passionate about sustainability and strategic partnerships. With over 15 years of experience in international markets, including Canada, Taiwan, Spain and Brazil, his career has centered on fostering strategic partnerships for climate-related companies.
In 2017, he founded his own web development business, which has enabled him to travel to over 50 countries. This journey enriched his understanding of diverse cultures and fueled his commitment to sustainability and community action.
Currently, as the Growth Director at ClimateDoor, he is dedicated to strengthening the climate ecosystem by connecting investors, companies, governments, and enthusiasts, ensuring a collaborative and impactful approach to climate solutions.
Ivan is a senior executive with over 10 years of experience in transforming organizations and driving growth, profitability, and innovation in the manufacturing, clean tech, renewables, and hydrogen industries. As the co-founder and vice president of market development at Teralta Hydrogen Solutions, he was responsible for developing and maintaining strategic partnerships with industry leaders, as well as leading the business development and sales of Teralta's solutions for decarbonization and energy transition.
Ivan has a proven track record of identifying new markets, positioning organizations to become market leaders, and securing multi-year manufacturing service agreements with multinational clients. He also has a strong background in entrepreneurship, change management, and integrated solutions, having successfully pivoted and launched a new brand and business in the cannabis drying market, and created a turnkey contract manufacturing business for the renewable energy, clean tech, and food/agri tech sectors. He has expertise in hydrogen production, distribution, and utilization, as well as in customer relationship management, strategy, and operations. Ivan is passionate about creating value and impact through sustainable and innovative solutions that address the global challenges of climate change and energy security.
Ivan is a senior executive with over 10 years of experience in transforming organizations and driving growth, profitability, and innovation in the manufacturing, clean tech, renewables, and hydrogen industries. As the co-founder and vice president of market development at Teralta Hydrogen Solutions
As the Director of Operations at ClimateDoor, Glena Jiwani brings a robust background in operations management, procurement, and event planning. In her role, she is pivotal in refining internal processes and facilitating close collaboration with the executive team to bolster operational effectiveness for both the company and its clients. Glena's keen attention to detail and superior project management abilities ensure that ClimateDoor maintains operational excellence at all levels.
Prior to ClimateDoor, Glena managed a marketing agency in Kenya, enhancing operational workflows and supporting agency growth. Beyond her professional endeavors, Glena continues to pursue her entrepreneurial interests as the founder of Made in Kenya Store Limited and Pink Savannah, a boutique that championed local artisans and sustainable products, highlighting her commitment to innovation, leadership in the business community and reflecting her dedication to sustainable business practices.
Morgan Warner serves as the Community Development Lead at ClimateDoor, where she dedicates her expertise to building strong relationships with Indigenous communities and municipalities, helping them adopt sustainable solutions. With a background in project management, policy analysis, and board leadership, Morgan is well-versed in navigating the complexities of government grants and funding opportunities. She is passionate about creating positive impacts, fostering inclusion, and supporting community development through tailored sustainability initiatives. Morgan’s role at ClimateDoor bridges the gap between climate-centric businesses and communities, ensuring impactful partnerships that drive long-lasting change.
Sophie Kennedy plays a vital role as the Clean Energy Policy Analyst at ClimateDoor, where she is responsible for analyzing policies across various government levels, identifying key funding and business development opportunities. With a background in political science and information technology, Sophie brings a unique perspective to her work, ensuring that ClimateDoor's projects align with government regulations while maximizing available funding sources. Her ability to build strong relationships with public agencies ensures that ClimateDoor remains a leader in sustainable development and clean energy initiatives.
Meet our AI Copilots who work with our staff everyday to make every effort more impactful
Clive specializes incurating tailored content and strategic insights, enhancing ClimateDoor'soutreach and brand messaging. Harnessing AI's prowess, he ensures data-drivendecisions underpin our content and strategy frameworks.
Richard seamlessly integrates AI into our operational workflow, streamliningprocesses and enhancing efficiency. His role is pivotal in ensuring smoothday-to-day operations, optimizing resources, and fostering productivity.
Poppy's expertise liesin nurturing and expanding ClimateDoor's community footprint. Leveraging AI,she identifies key community touchpoints, fosters engagement, and ensures avibrant and interactive community ecosystem.
An homage to AlexHormozi and his teachings. Hormozi drives ClimateDoor's sales initiatives,employing AI to craft compelling proposals, identify lucrative opportunitiesand generate leads. His expertise ensures a proactive approach to sales,tailored proposals, and maximized conversion rates.
Parry harnesses AI toidentify and capitalize on optimal crowdfunding opportunities for ClimateDoor.His role ensures robust fundraising campaigns, maximizing visibility andsuccess in drawing investor attention.
Apple spearheads thedevelopment of intuitive AI-powered applications tailored to ClimateDoor'sobjectives. Her role is integral in delivering user-friendly, efficient, andinnovative app solutions that resonate with our audience.
Eugene employs AI to tapinto international market trends and opportunities, propelling ClimateDoor'sglobal footprint. His expertise ensures tailored strategies and pinpointedmarket entry, optimizing international growth.
Yuni curates bespoke community content,leveraging AI for personalized engagement strategies. Her role is pivotal infostering a vibrant community spirit, driving interaction, and ensuring asteady flow of engaging content.
Wisdom serves as a beacon for internalpartners and employees, offering answers, guidance, and clarity aboutClimateDoor's mission, operations, and culture. With a vast repository ofcompany knowledge and a deep understanding of our ethos, Wisdom is the go-toguide for insights and company-related inquiries.
Clean economy executives, change-makers and investors welcomed. Tailored insights and opportunities await.
At ClimateDoor, our four core tenets are the foundation of
both our operations and our identity.
In our pursuit of helping our clients power the clean economy, we are relentless. We're passionate, dedicated, and unyielding in our efforts to support our clients and help them foster a sustainable future. Challenges are not roadblocks for us, but opportunities to learn, innovate, and grow. Our unabated spirit drives us to continuously push boundaries, exceed expectations, and achieve remarkable results for our clients and for the world.
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At ClimateDoor, we believe that true growth and success are built upon a foundation of consistent effort and attention to detail. The 'boring work' - the routine tasks, the meticulous checks, the persistent follow-ups - is where we lay the groundwork for our clients' success. We're not afraid to roll up our sleeves and get our hands dirty because we understand the value that lies in the everyday grind.
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We believe in clear and open communication. Honesty underpins every interaction, every project, and every decision at ClimateDoor. We keep our clients informed, make our processes thorough, and ensure our decisions are crystal clear and justifiable. This transparency breeds trust, understanding, and a collaborative spirit that empowers us and our clients to work together seamlessly toward our shared goals.
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We stand firmly by our dedication to ethical conduct. Doing the right thing may not always be easy or convenient, but it's non-negotiable for us. Whether it's in the way we conduct our business, interact with clients, or make decisions, our commitment to integrity and fairness is unwavering. This ethos not only makes us proud of the work we do, but it also fosters trust with our partners and clients.
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GaaS? Our investment approach? Dive into our treasure trove of insights. Knowledge, after all, is power
The green horizon is vast, and we span its width. From solar energy to sustainable agribusiness, from electric vehicles to waste & recycling, we're deeply entrenched across the clean economy spectrum. Whatever your niche, ClimateDoor is primed to propel your growth.
Navigating the maze of government grants can be daunting. Our seasoned team of grant writers and funding experts streamline this journey. We identify potential grant avenues, help craft compelling applications, and guide you every step of the way to secure optimal funding for your vision.
At ClimateDoor, we're not just another voice in the eco-chamber. We merge Growth-as-a-Service with deep-seated sustainability insights. By linking climate-conscious businesses, governments, investors, and innovators, we pave the way for impactful, green growth.
Traditional consultancy stops at advice. Our GaaS model takes a leap further. We roll up our sleeves and dive into action, ensuring your business doesn't just grow but thrives sustainably. From funding strategies to partnerships, we're your hands-on growth ally in the green sector.
We believe AI is more than just algorithms; it's the future of sustainable growth. Our proprietary GaaS Pedal Operating System harnesses the finest in AI technology, fine-tuned for the green sector. It's not about following trends for us; it's about setting them.
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